Bayer Leverkusen took a commanding lead in their Europa League semi-final with a 2-0 victory over AS Roma in Rome. Florian Wirtz opened the scoring after a defensive error from Roma’s Rick Karsdorp, followed by a stunning curled effort from Robert Andrich in the second half.
Leverkusen dominated the match, maintaining control throughout and extending their unbeaten run to 47 matches in all competitions. Roma struggled to create significant opportunities, with Leverkusen’s solid defense keeping them at bay.
The German side’s victory puts them in a strong position heading into the second leg, with a place in the final against Atalanta or Marseille at stake. Leverkusen’s impressive performance reaffirms their status as contenders for the Europa League title and keeps their treble bid alive.
Florian Wirtz was named the Player of the Match for his influential performance, contributing to Leverkusen’s attacking prowess and showcasing his talent on the eve of his 21st birthday.
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